Moncton Community Residences
At Moncton Community Residences Inc., SILP gives adults with developmental challenges a practical path to living on their own - backed by the right support, at the right time. We build around each person’s strengths and priorities so home life feels stable, confident, and truly theirs, while safety and well-being stay front and centre.
Supported Independent Living Program (SILP): Your Goals, Our Support
How It Works
We start with your goals and create a person-centred plan. Trained MCRI counsellors provide flexible support - from occasional check-ins to daily assistance - with 24/7 on-call help for urgent needs. Support focuses on real-world skills (home management, budgeting, personal care) and community connection (volunteering, work, social activities). The program emphasizes tangible progress: people move from family homes into their own apartments (sometimes with a roommate), complete credentials, start jobs, and handle major life moments with steady, respectful support.
Who It Serves
Adults with developmental challenges who can live in their own home with daily or weekly support and benefit emotionally, mentally, and socially from stable housing. Individuals who want a personal, community-based living environment while retaining autonomy and dignity
Your Role as participant
This is a voluntary program. You bring your goals, preferences, and pace. We’ll map out the first steps together, then adjust as your needs change. Families and caregivers are welcome partners - when and how you want them involved.
What MCRI Provides
We’re committed to making independence achievable and sustainable. Our philosophy is to do with, not to do for - we act as a guiding hand, without taking away independence and autonomy:
- Daily Living Skills: Cooking, meal prep, cleaning, personal care, and home management
- Financial Literacy: Budgeting, bill payments, and basic financial planning (with your consent, we can help set up simple systems that keep money matters on track)
- Employment & Volunteering: Job readiness, résumé support, and placement assistance
- Community Engagement: Encouragement and practical help to join local events, programs, and activities
- Health & Wellness: Medication reminders, health-care coordination, and mental well-being support
- Social & Emotional Support: Building healthy relationships and lifelong connections
- Housing Stability: Coaching to maintain safe, affordable housing
- Flexible Support & Safety: From scheduled visits to 24/7 on-call assistance for emergencies
All SILP counsellors are MCRI staff-trained, supervised, and focused on your goals. We’re present for everyday wins and tougher days alike-whether that means learning to budget, celebrating a first paycheque, or offering steady support through major life events.
Getting Started
A short intake helps us understand your strengths, priorities, and schedule. From there, we create a simple plan and timeline-and check in regularly to make sure the supports still fit.
Why Choose SILP?
- Build Real-World Independence: Practical skills that make daily life easier.
- Person-Centred Support: A plan designed around your goals, preferences, and pace.
- Community & Belonging: Encouragement to get involved, volunteer, work, and connect.
- Stability & Safety: Consistent support with 24/7 on-call help when needed.
- Peace of Mind: Participants - and families - know someone is there to help guide and support.
MCRI will guide you through a straightforward intake process—ensuring that all questions are answered and all steps are clear. If you’re in Greater Moncton and want to learn more about SILP, submit a few details using the form below. An MCRI team member will be in touch to help you get started.
Together, we can create a community where everyone has a real chance to live well on their own terms.